Rackwick, Scapa Flow, the South Isles & Hoy

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Scapa Flow, the South Isles & Hoy: tips and FAQs

本地经验与常见问题

本地经验

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Book the Hoy ferry

Orkney Ferries asks travellers to book as early as possible, on foot or with a car, particularly in summer.

Allow a day for Hoy

The Old Man of Hoy, Rackwick and the Dwarfie Stane are at the north end of Hoy, while Lyness and Hackness are in the south.

Crawling space

The Dwarfie Stane is a tight fit to enter; Historic Environment Scotland notes the cells are too small to stand up in.

Check seasonal sites

Hackness, the Fossil Centre and the Tomb of the Eagles all have closed seasons, so check their websites before setting out.

艺术节

Orkney festivals and events

Dates are from each organiser's own website or, for the Ba', from its published custom; check before you book.

St Magnus International Festival

18 to 25 June 2027

Music, theatre, visual arts and literature by artists from Orkney, Scotland and around the world; the programme is announced in spring 2027.

St Magnus International Festival →

Kirkwall Ba' games

Christmas Day and New Year's Day

A medieval street football game played through the centre of Kirkwall twice a year; when either day falls on a Sunday, the game moves to the Monday.

Wikipedia: Kirkwall Ba' Game →

常见问题

常见问题

Where is Scapa Flow, the South Isles & Hoy?

Scapa Flow, the South Isles & Hoy is in Orkney Islands, Scotland. The Italian Chapel and Churchill Barriers, St Margaret's Hope, and Hoy's hills, Old Man and wartime Lyness. Nearby stops and stations include St Margaret's Hope pier, Churchill Barriers road, Houton pier.

How long do I need in Scapa Flow, the South Isles & Hoy?

Half a day for the barriers and South Ronaldsay; a full day for Hoy. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.

有哪些亮点?

Highlights include Italian Chapel, Churchill Barriers, Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre. See the Things to do page for more.

如何前往?

Nearby: St Margaret's Hope pier (Pentland Ferries); Churchill Barriers road (Stagecoach buses); Houton pier (Orkney Ferries). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.

哪里可以吃喝?

We list 7 places to eat and drink in and around Scapa Flow, the South Isles & Hoy, with filters to help you choose.

住在哪里好?

我们收录了附近10家酒店及其他住宿。空房和价格请向各住宿处确认。

Is Scapa Flow, the South Isles & Hoy accessible?

无障碍条件因街道、建筑和场所而异。出行前请查看各景点或运营方提供的无障碍信息。

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